Re: This should end all of the false claims about paying US taxes on p
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I just want to thank Russ personally for writing this part. I have no idea how this myth got created, and I've been trying to correct people every time I see it
"Myth #12. The IRS can’t share information from my tax return with other government agencies because of the “Silver Platter” doctrine. Another falsehood. As noted above, the IRS routinely shares information with state tax agencies. In Garner v. United States (424 U.S. 648 (1976)) the Court held that the occupation listed on a tax return can be shared. If you are foolish enough to list your occupation on your tax return as “illegal drug dealer,” the IRS can forward your name to other law enforcement agencies."
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Mine also- I had the same impression about the silver platter concept. I thought that was the IRS' slick plan to get more money reported, without someone having to admit to being a criminal.
If the gubbermint ever gets around to making playing poker online illegal, rather than just trying to cut off the revenue stream..... it's going to be a tough sell of the "report your illegal income" message.
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